Delhi HC upholds TRAI’s 12-minute ad cap for TV channels
Published on: May 29, 2026, 2:22 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The Delhi High Court has upheld the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India's rule limiting television advertisements to 12 minutes per hour. This decision impacts general entertainment and news channels nationwide. The court stated there is no constitutional right to unlimited monetization of public resources. Broadcasters' challenges regarding revenue loss and constitutional rights were dismissed.
